View records of the Wii software played on the Wii console as well as records of the software recommended with the "Records" feature.

September 1, 2009Enhancements to the Internet Channel

The Internet Channel has been updated to work with Flash 8.

July 16, 2009Wii Menu 4.1

Behind the scenes enhancements that do not affect any prominently-used features or menus but will improve system performance.

March 25, 2009Wii Menu 4.0

Included in this update:

The Wii console can now use SDHC (SD High Capacity) Cards with a maximum of 32GB of storage. Cames and channels which read from or save to SD Cards will continue to support only SD Cards.

The SD Card Menu, that allows Virtual Console games, WiiWare titles, or channels to launch directly from an SD or SDHC Card, has been added to the Wii menu.

The Wii Shop Channel can now download titles directly to an SD or SDHC Card.

The Wii console's Data Management menu has been enhanced to make it easier to copy and move stored items on an SD Card or the Wii console's system memory.

The Wii User Agreement, which includes the Wii Privacy Policy, has been updated. The updated agreement applies to use of the Wii Network Service and can be viewed by accessing the Wii System Settings. (How To)

There are other behind-the-scenes enhancements to the Wii console system menu included with Wii Menu 4.0.

December 5, 2008Wii Speak Channel

The Wii Speak Channel lets people in up to four locations chat with one another using their broadband internet connections. Players must have the Wii Speak Channel and microphone, and have traded Friend Codes.

November 17, 2008Wii Menu 3.4

Included in this update:

An enhancement was made to the Wii console's Parental Controls.

A compatible USB keyboard can be used with the Mii Channel.

The Wii User Agreement, which includes the Wii Privacy Policy, has been updated. The updated agreement applies to use of the Wii Network Service and can be viewed by accessing the Wii System Settings. (How To)

November 12, 2008Nintendo Channel

An update that provides a behind-the-scenes enhancement to the Nintendo Channel was made available.

October 22, 2008Wii Shop Channel

A change was made to the way that compatible controllers are displayed in the "Details" section of a game's description.

This update provides other behind-the-scenes changes.

July 22, 2008Photo Channel 1.1-a

An update was made available for the Wii console which provides behind-the-scenes support for a new service that has been released only in Japan

June 17, 2008Wii Menu 3.3

Included in this update:

A Mii can now be moved from the Mii Plaza to the Mii Parade in the Mii Channel. (How To)

Because unauthorized modifications to save files may impair game play or the Wii console, updating to Wii Menu version 3.3 will check for and automatically remove such save files.

Parental Controls allow you to block specific features using a four digit PIN. Other features are automatically blocked once Parental Controls are enabled.

What can be blocked:

Access to Wii Software: This setting restricts Wii, Virtual Console, and WiiWare games and related content based on the Entertainment Software Rating Board ("ESRB") game rating categories. It does NOT control access to Nintendo GameCube games.

Viewing of certain content which is not subject to game rating: It is possible to allow or restrict use of the Internet Channel, News Channel, Netflix, and certain content on the Wii console that is not subject to game ratings.

Exchange of user-generated content: This setting blocks the console from exchanging messages and user-generated content with other consoles. It also blocks sending gifts. System updates will be delivered regardless of this setting.

Use of Points: This setting restricts the use of Wii Points to send gifts or download games or channels from the Wii Shop Channel. This does not block the purchasing of Wii Points.

Features blocked automatically:

Internet Settings: Restricts access to Internet Setting in the System Settings.

WiiConnect24: Restricts access to WiiConnect24 settings in System Settings.

Note: While this option is available, the network features over WiiConnect24 are no longer active.

Country Setting: Restricts access to changing the console country setting.

Wii System Update: Restrict ability to update the system.

Format System Memory: Restricts ability to format Wii System Memory.

More Information:

Click here for more detailed information on using Parental ControlsClick here for troubleshooting related to Parental Controls

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What Types Of Parental Controls are Available on the Wii?

Answer:

Adults can decide what flexibility they'll allow younger players to have in playing video games by using the control system, which they set using a PIN number. The system also ensures adult gamers can opt to play without limitations. The actual Wii game software will contain a code indicating the rating, which will activate the control system to remain locked or unlocked. This feature is included in every Wii console sold worldwide. Parental controls work only with Wii and Virtual Console games.

Note: As of June 27th, 2013 Nintendo has discontinued data exchange between Wii friends using WiiConnect24.

This includes Wii message exchanges via Wii Message Board, use of the Wii Number, Mii exchanges via Mii Channel, and exchanges of messages or data in some game titles. For more information, click here.

Answer:

WiiConnect24 allows the Wii console to use its high-speed internet connection to accept data for a variety of services including News and Weather, posting messages on the Wii Message Board and receiving messages from Nintendo about new Wii features.

Note: As of June 27th, 2013 Nintendo has discontinued data exchange between Wii friends using WiiConnect24.

This includes Wii message exchanges via Wii Message Board, use of the Wii Number, Mii exchanges via Mii Channel, and exchanges of messages or data in some game titles. For more information, click here.

Answer:

Turning Standby Connection on allows the Wii Console to automatically receive WiiConnect24 messages and information even when the console is not in active use.